2015 CotY Awards Program Deadlines Approaching

The NARI National CotY (Contractor of the Year) Awards program is the premier remodeling industry recognition program available exclusively to NARI members. Winning a Regional or National CotY Award is a great way to help establish your business as a leader in your market, and to receive recognition nationwide. The entry deadlines are fast approaching so don’t delay getting started on your entry.

NARI National CotY Fees and Deadlines

Standard
$160.00 if paid and entry submitted by November 24, 2014 (pre-Thanksgiving)

Late Entry
$185.00 if paid and entry submitted by December 5, 2014

Why You Should Enter
Companies—from one-person shops to the largest remodeling firms—report that winning this award is a major factor in enhancing their image within the industry and with prospective customers, and is a major morale booster for their employees. The numerous marketing opportunities available to CotY winners help set your business apart from other remodeling companies, and NARI helps by providing tools and resources to make the most of this distinguished honor. Members do not have to enter in the local chapter program to participate in the National CotY program.

NARI Promotions — NARI sends press releases announcing both regional and national winners to more than 10,000 publications nationwide, many that request imagery from the award-winning projects. All winners receive press release templates ready for customization and distribution in their local markets.

NARI Certification Scholarships — All CotY winners, including Team Member winners, will receive certification scholarships for use during the year following the announcement. Regional winners will receive $100 and National winners will receive a total of $150. These scholarships can be applied to new NARI certifications and are transferrable to all employees of the winning company.

Recognition — NARI celebrates all winners at the Evening of Excellence celebration in conjunction with the annual spring meeting. The 2015 event will be held at Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Friday April 17. If you are unable to attend in person but would like to take part in the celebration, we’ll also offer a simultaneous webcast. Invite friends, family, associates, coworkers and clients to join in the celebration.

Easy Online Entry
CotY entries are submitted using an online platform. Prepare your presentation utilizing your favorite software, then save in PDF format and upload for consideration. Images and content forms are also collected. NARI members can register and get started at http://www.NARICotYAwards.org.